James Ford

James Ford is a seasoned senior associate specializing in Litigation and Dispute Resolution at Mayer Brown's London office. His expertise lies in regulatory compliance, economic sanctions, export controls, anti-corruption, business and human rights, anti-money laundering, and tax evasion. With a robust background, James has provided counsel to financial institutions and corporates in diverse sectors such as defence, energy, finance, insurance, and transport. His professional journey includes in-house roles in mining, defence, finance, and oil and gas enterprises.

James Ford's educational journey includes a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Yale University and legal studies at prominent institutions like Eton College, Malsis School, and BPP Law School. His legal acumen was further honed through his law studies at BPP Law School.

In terms of organizational involvement, James currently serves as a Senior Associate at Mayer Brown. He has also demonstrated his commitment to transparency and professional ethics through his founding role at Transparency International Professional Supporters (TIPS) Network. Additionally, his affiliation with the Yale Club of London as the Young Alumni Liaison and Singing Group Co-ordinator underscores his active engagement in alumni associations and community building.